Based on twenty-five years of research on friendship Dr. Kenneth H. Rubin reveals the importance of children's social development to their emotional and intellectual growth--and future success. In <b>The Friendship Factor</b> he uses vivid case studies to differentiate normal development from potential problems and real distress exploring how to: <ul><li><p>Distinguish between a solitary child and a lonely child</p></li><li><p>Encourage the development of popularity-as-likability not dominance</p></li><li><p>Help an easily angered child be less aggressive</p></li><li><p>Increase a child's social ability with specific skills and strategies</p></li></ul>